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The work of Madison-based artist Roberto Torres Mata has been on display in the Truax Gallery. The exhibit is titled, “Mi Casa Es Su Casa / My Home is Your Home.”

Immersive works of Roberto Torres Mata

Paul Becker, Arts Editor October 17, 2023

Madison-based artist Roberto Torres Mata’s art exhibit in the Truax gallery, “Mi Casa Es Su Casa / My Home is Your Home,” is a collaborative effort with writers and textile artisans from Oaxaca,...

Madison College’s Gabe Voung, right, is now the career goals leader with 34.

Voung sets new scoring record in WolfPack win

Clarion Staff Report October 17, 2023

Gabe Voung scored two goals against College of Lake County on Oct. 14 leading the Madison College men’s soccer team to a 6-1 victory and set a new school record. Voung is now the team’s all-time leading...

Madison College student Amelia Roys shares her experience participating in high school sports as public testimony in opposition to Assembly Bill 377.

Madison College Students Protest Anti-Trans Legislation 

Kai Brito, Copy Editor October 5, 2023

 Two Madison College students testified at the Wisconsin State Capitol in defense of transgender rights to participate in sports at the K-12 and collegiate levels, as well as access gender-affirming medical...

Students visit the STEM Center open house at the Truax Campus earlier this month.

STEM Center open house forges curiosity

Amelia Mieczkowski, Staff Writer September 26, 2023

The STEM Center kicked off its Open House on Sept. 7 with refreshments, science-logic-based board games, drawing with 3-D pens, a 'swag' giveaway and their newest technological editions on display.    Visitors...

Brittany Czarnecki, a peer coordinator student employee, assists students in the college's Career and Employment Center.

Student employment opportunities

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief September 26, 2023

Once students settle into the school year routines, they often consider part-time employment, and there is no shortage of job opportunities on the Madison College campuses.  Campus jobs are a great...

Jessica Witham, left, rehearses a scene from "The Women of Lockerbie." (Photo provided to The Clarion)

Performing Arts program plans 2 shows this fall, musical in spring

Paige Shapiro, Opinions Editor September 26, 2023

The Madison College Performing Arts is presenting a play called “The Women of Lockerbie” in October, another play called “Bus Stop" in December and a musical called “Rock of Ages” in March. Karen...

Madison College student Joan Keizer crafts armor that gets put to the test in Historical European Martial Arts events.

Forging a living manuscript

Kai Brito, Staff Writer September 26, 2023

Not every college student can say that they own a set of self-forged plate armor, but Joan Keizer can shoulder that honor. Over the summer, about once a month on Saturday mornings, she dons her metal suit...

Madison College Athletic Director Jason Verhelst crosses the soccer field after a recent match.

Leading the WolfPack from a student-athlete perspective

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief September 26, 2023

Despite his success in his 23 years at Madison College filling different athletic department roles, Jason Verhelst isn’t about to take a victory lap. He wants to tackle several areas, including the...

U.S. Department of Education Assistant Secretary Amy Loyd, Under Secretary James Kvaal and Deputy Secretary Cindy Marten speaking at the Unlocking Pathways Summit hosted at Madison College earlier this month.

Unlocking pathways to higher education

Kai Brito, Staff Writer August 28, 2023

Last week officials from the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Department of Commerce, and Jobs for the Future came to the Madison College Truax Campus for an education, industry and workforce development...

Impact of affirmative action ruling

Claire Liddicoat, Staff Writer August 28, 2023

Within the hallowed halls of justice, where words carry the weight of a nation’s conscience, the United States Supreme Court has once again cut to the core of a contentious and consequential issue that...

The Bella Nock Circus Extreme Variety Show is a feast for the eyes, with stunning costumes and visual effects.

A breathtaking spectacle

Sierra Brunner, Staff Writer August 28, 2023

Bello Nock is a name synonymous with the circus. He is known as the "World's Greatest Daredevil" and has been performing in the circus for over 30 years. Nock's circus shows are not your average performance,...

Madison College middle blocker Courtney Gorum (9) waits for the serve during a match on Aug. 23 in Redsten Gymnasium.

From coach to player

Kelly Feng, Editor in Chief August 28, 2023

It started at a volleyball camp in the summer of 2022. It was an athletic skills camp where kids learned the ins and outs of volleyball and worked with experienced players. Courtney Gorum and Mallory Stone,...

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